Althouse Creek — Rockhounding in Josephine County, Oregon

Althouse Creek is a mapped rockhounding spot in Josephine County, Oregon. Reported finds include agate, garnet, gold nuggets, quartz, serpentine. Below: coordinates, access notes, nearby spots, and trip-planning links.

Quick details

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County: Josephine County
State: Oregon
Nearest road: Beebe Drive
Coordinates: 42.11258, -123.53893

Land & collecting status

Confirm rules before collecting

Land status here is not confirmed. Verify with the managing agency before collecting — federal, state, and tribal rules differ.

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Found at Althouse Creek

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Althouse Creek FAQ

Where is Althouse Creek?+

Althouse Creek is in Josephine County, Oregon, at 42.11258, -123.53893. Nearest road: Beebe Drive.

What rocks and minerals can you find at Althouse Creek?+

Althouse Creek is reported to produce Agate, Garnet, Gold Nuggets, Quartz, Serpentine.

Is collecting allowed at Althouse Creek?+

Confirm rules before collecting. Land status here is not confirmed. Verify with the managing agency before collecting — federal, state, and tribal rules differ. Always confirm current rules with the managing agency before a trip.

How do I get to Althouse Creek?+

Open the directions link to navigate to 42.11258, -123.53893 in Google Maps. The nearest road is Beebe Drive.

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